We are pleased to congratulate NLPA President Dr. Manuel X. Zamarripa on his recent APA Presidential Citation from Dr. Thema Bryant. The citation was awarded to Dr. Zamarripa on the basis of his leadership in educating mental health professionals in Chicana psychology.

Dr. Zamarripa, whose presidential term runs 2023-2024, was cited as a noteworthy contributor to the field of psychology for his "scholarship on the integration of culture, spirituality, family, and identity into therapeutic practice" (2023). More details on this prestigious award can be found on the APA's recent article, "Manuel X. Zamarripa, PhD, awarded 2023 Presidential Citation." We also encourage you to learn more about NLPA's Leadership Council on our website.